Cremona and Mantua
Art, Literature and Music
Cremona is a reference point for the art of violin-making in the world and boasts some of the greatest monuments of the past…. The museums testify the archeological importance of the town and the famous art of the Renaissance painters….The theatres celebrate the music of Monteverdi and Ponchielli.
Mantua, the capital of Matilde di Canossa and of the Gonzaga family, is an enchanted island surrounded by three lakes formed by the Mincio. The monumental scenography of the Gonzaga period, the marvelous frescos of the Mantegna family, the splendid inventions of Giulio Romano in the Tea Palace, the churches; the patrician houses narrate the history.
You’ll appreciate these two magical cities where past and present live together in perfect harmony! We are looking forward to making you live and enjoy the Renaissance atmosphere!